相反
xiāngfǎnadjective★Beginner— opposite
general
Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning; contrasting.
他们性格相反，一个外向，一个内向。
Their personalities are opposite; one is outgoing, the other is introverted.
相反的方向意味着相反的结果。
The opposite direction means the opposite result.
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Commonly used to describe differences in characteristics, opinions, or directions.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
'相反' is often used to describe differences in opinions, characteristics, or directions.
⚡Gold Rule
Contrast
Use '相反' to emphasize the contrast between two things.
📖Word Origin
Composed of '相' (xiāng, meaning 'mutual' or 'each other') and '反' (fǎn, meaning 'opposite' or 'reverse').
📝Usage Notes
Often used to describe two things that are in direct contrast to each other.
Word Breakdown
相
mutual, each other
root反
opposite, reverse
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